Tamiya 25216 - 1/35 M1A1 Abrams Tank Ukraine Model Kit - Off-Road Display Build  [25216]

Build briefing for Tamiya 25216 - 1/35 M1A1 Abrams Tank Ukraine

The M1A1 Abrams was fielded by US forces from August 1984. It began with a 105mm gun and was later upgraded to a 120mm smoothbore, supported by an advanced fire control package and a 1,500hp gas turbine. These capabilities helped the Abrams achieve dominance in the 1991 Gulf War, notably against T-72 types.

In 2023 the US announced plans to provide about thirty M1A1 tanks to Ukraine, underlining the model's relevance in recent events. Tamiya presents this subject in 1/35 scale with faithful surface detail for display-focused builds.

Kit highlights

Expect accurate flat armour panels, the signature 120mm gun and scale details like engine-room vents and weld lines. The kit includes nylon mesh for the turret rack cover to reproduce the fine textures seen on the real vehicle.

Decals reflect the units supplied to Ukraine, offering a clear historical finish option. Belt-type tracks and photo-etched components help capture crisp, small-scale detail for a neat final model.